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Candide
March 9-17, 2019
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Celebrate the centenary of Leonard Bernstein with this new production of his funny, philosophical, quick paced take on Voltaire’s biting satire on the tragedy of human nature.

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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
March 15-17, 2019
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60th Anniversary Tour! Founded in 1958, this “Cultural Ambassador to the World” returns to the Detroit Opera House with their signature repertoire known for its inspiration and empowerment, including audience favorite Revelations.

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Hansel & Gretel
April 6 - 14, 2019
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MOT Premiere! The classic Brothers Grimm fairytale like you’ve never seen it before with award-winning puppetry by Basil Twist!

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The Grapes of Wrath
May 11 - 19, 2019
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This heart-wrenching opera, based on the classic novel by John Steinbeck, tells the story of the Joad family on their quest for survival during the 1930s Dust Bowl.

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Featured Events

Jack & the Beanstalk

March 1, 2019, 9:30AM

When Jack sells the family cow for a handful of beans, adventure awaits! This twist on an old favorite is set in the ancient West Africa Mali Empire. Touring production.

Dance Film Series: Bernstein Celebration

March 12, 2019

Dance lovers from all over Detroit come together for dance films, snacks, drinks and discussion on Tuesday evenings.

Alvin Ailey Afterglow

March 16, 2019

A Post Performance Celebration with the Company Dancers

Visiting Shows

Live from Here with Chris Thile, Lord Huron & Amanda Palmer
February 23, 2019
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Shen Yun
March 1 - 10, 2019
Shen Yun Performing Arts

Boney James
April 20, 2019
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News/Blog

Reviews: Alessandra Ferri

Sue – Livonia: “The live music is such a treat. We are so fortunate to have such great talent in our city.”

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Profiles from the Pit: Sally Heffelfinger Pituch – Oboist, English Horn

Meet Michigan Opera Theatre oboist and English horn player Sally Heffelfinger Pituch.

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Inside Candide: Voltaire’s Attack on Optimism

Beneath the shiny surface of Candide is a satire that challenges the concept of optimism and tests the limits of “looking on the bright side.”

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MOT awarded $4 Million for Education, Outreach, Facility

Michigan Opera Theatre Announces $4 Million Grant.

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